How many syllables in twiddling?

There are 2 syllables in the word twiddling.

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Divide twiddling into syllables:

twid · dling

How to pronounce twiddling:

Definition of twiddling:

twiddling (verb):: to twirl or fiddle, often in an idle way; to play negligently with something fiddle

Synonyms for twiddling:

adjust

coiling

cranking

fiddle with

finger

jiggle

juggle

monkey with

pivoting

play with

reeling

revolving

rolling

rotating

screwing

spinning

swinging

swirling

swiveling

swivelling

turning

twirl

twirling

twisting

unscrewing

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Antonyms for twiddling:

leaving alone

working

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